Qualcomm Technologies announced the new Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 mobile platform, which is creatively designed to make incredible mobile experiences accessible to more consumers around the world. Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 delivers easy, all-day use with fast CPU speeds, sharp photography, videography, and fast 5G and Wi-Fi for reliable connections.
“Snapdragon – at its core – is driving innovation while meeting the demands of OEMs and the broader industry,” said Matthew Lopatka, director of product management at Qualcomm. “With this generational advancement in the Snapdragon 4 series, consumers will have greater access to the most popular and relevant mobile features and capabilities. We optimize every aspect of the platform to maximize user experiences.”
Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 comes with updates to deliver better performance, optimal 5G connectivity, and richer user experiences.
- Performance: The first 4nm 4-series platform, Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 is designed to extend battery life and improve overall platform efficiency. The Qualcomm Kryo CPU delivers top speeds of up to 2.2 GHz and up to 10% better CPU performance for fast everyday use. Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+ technology can recharge up to 50% of the battery in just 15 minutes, avoiding the hassle of limiting device interaction throughout the day. The platform supports 120fps FHD+ displays for greater clarity and smooth, seamless scrolling.
- Camera: Clear photos and videos allow users to capture meaningful experiences. Electronic image stabilization and faster autofocus provide blur reduction for sharper images, even with moving subjects. For the first time in Series 4, Motion Compensated Temporal Filtering (MCTF) is integrated into the hardware – providing noise reduction for high-quality video.
- AI: Exciting new AI enhancements include AI-based low light for sharp, detailed images in dark environments. AI-enhanced background noise removal ensures users are heard clearly on calls and videos while working or in a crowded environment.
- Connectivity: Powered by Snapdragon X61 5G Modem-RF System, Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 offers lightning-fast speeds and support for more networks, frequencies and bandwidths around the world. Plus, our Qualcomm Wi-Fi 5 is a robust solution that delivers fast, strong Wi-Fi connectivity for gaming, streaming, and more.
Major OEM brands including Redmi and vivo will adopt Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, with commercial devices expected to be announced in the second half of 2023.
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